The picture-postcard Fijian islands are considered among the finest holiday destinations in the world, with fabulous beaches and tranquil lagoons; nature is ever-present. Imagine lush mountainous islands where lush green hillsides meet aquamarine bays teeming with life. And the people of Fiji are welcoming and friendly in a way that few other places can match. It is considered by many to be the pinnacle of South Pacific charm and its underwater realm can be just as colourful and charming
For the resort diving enthusiast there is not only the abundance of fabulous dive sites in Fiji, including the world's second largest barrier reef, and the colour schemes that earn the country the title of "The World's Soft Coral Capital", but also arguably the world's best shark dive! The quality of the diving does vary greatly from island to island so we have carefully selected only those places we believe will delight you.
Not only are there excellent and varied scuba diving packages, but there is plenty to do in Fiji above the surface too. From beaches that attract surfers from across the globe, to waterfalls and local villages, there are activities to suit all lifestyles and it is easy to see how so many families and young adventurous travellers fall in love with this place and why it is a popular honeymoon vacation of choice. While some islands in the Pacific have become overdeveloped and others remain too remote, Fiji is both easy to get to and manages to enjoy the conveniences of a modern country while retaining its essential island charm.
If movies are the stuff of dreams then it is clear why Brooke Shields frolicked in her birthday suit here in 'Blue Lagoon', why Tom Hanks was a castaway on a Fijian island, and even why Jodie Foster, when she went to heaven in 'Contact', met her re-born father on a Fijian beach. Whether old or young, active or in need of relaxation, Fiji has that magic allure that many destinations claim but few can really deliver.
Fiji has professionally-run dive resorts located at many of its finest diving locations. The best islands are just a short hop on a daily flight from the main tourist hub of Viti Levu. We offer fantastic resort stays at the islands that provide many of the best scuba diving experiences:
Conveniently located just an hour's boat ride south of Viti Levu, Beqa Island is home to a resort option ideal for divers who prefer to avoid the hassle of domestic flights. Diving centres on the 250 km² protected lagoon, which boasts soft coral bommies, pinnacles and a barrier reef. It is also possible to attend the amazing shark feed dive on Viti Levu if you wish. [More information on these dive sites: Beqa Lagoon, Shark Reef].
The award-winning diving resort is reasonably priced and well-organised. It has a swimming pool and runs a weekly activity programme for guests. Travel connection concerns are all but eliminated as the resort includes transfers from the international airport.
> [More details: Beqa Island Dive Resort Packages]You may have heard of 'The Garden Island', past which runs the Somosomo Strait, since it is one of the top dive destinations in the country. It is Taveuni's soft coral splendour that allows Fiji to lay claim to being 'The soft coral capital of the world'. The waters around the island are rich and nutrient-filled, supporting large marine ecosystems which means lots of great dive sites. This includes world-famous ones such as The Great White Wall and Rainbow Reef. [More information on these dive sites: Taveuni].
Resorts here are often dedicated to scuba diving and are located close to the best sites. Taveuni is a more developed island than Kadavu and so it has more general activities to enjoy. It also has a greater choice of places to stay, with a corresponding range of package prices - from small simple no-frills lodges, to intimate boutique resorts, and larger family-friendly accommodation.
> [More details: Taveuni Resort Diving Packages]If you would prefer not to take an internal flight to some of Fiji's outer islands, there are some worthwhile dive sites on the main island of Viti Levu, particularly around RakiRaki, Pacific Harbour and Beqa Lagoon. You can expect pinnacles, plenty of soft corals and even some wrecks. This is also the area where the famous shark-feeding dives with bull sharks, tiger sharks and silvertips take place at Pacific Harbour, an experience not to be missed if you are in the area. [More information on these dive sites: Viti Levu, Shark Reef, RakiRaki].
> [More details: Viti Levu Resort Dive Packages]For those that prefer to find their own accommodation, we also offer daytrips from Pacific Harbour and Nadi.
Shark Feed Dive - No matter where you stay in Fiji, if this is your only planned visit to the country then we strongly recommend that you consider a 2 night add-on package at Pacific Harbour on Viti Levu to experience the not-to-be-missed shark feed diving. This is possibly the best shark feed dive in the world, with 8 types of shark to see! [More information on these dive sites: Shark Reef].
This convenient day trip diving option is located close to both of the international airports in Fiji - in the Viti Levu small cities of Nadi and Suva.
Pacific Harbour Daytrips
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Paradise Taveuni Resort
Customer rating: Excellent!
VoliVoli Resort
Customer rating: Excellent!
Waidroka Bay Resort
Customer rating: Excellent!
Beqa Lagoon Resort
Customer rating: Very good!
Nadi / Mamanuca Islands Daytrips
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Sau Bay Resort & Spa
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The Fijian islands have a relatively stable, tropical climate throughout the year. Due to the mountainous interiors of many of the larger islands, the windward sides of these slopes tend to see more rain than the leeward sides. This characteristic has seen the dive resorts built in areas of plentiful sunshine and, where possible, cooling breezes.
December to April is summer and sees the wet season and cyclone season; these are the warmest months at 22-33°. May to November is winter and the dry season; this is the coolest period at 19-29°C. Prevailing south-easterlies can whip up along the islands' south-east coasts at times.
Although Fiji is a year round diving destination, the best conditions are generally considered to be from March to December as there is generally less wind then. Water temperatures range from 26-29°C and the seas are warmest in the wet summertime. Check out our detailed Fiji dive site descriptions for seasonal information about each destination.
Fiji lies directly above New Zealand, 3 degrees or so above the Tropic of Capricorn. The starting point for most guests is a flight in to Nadi on Viti Levu, although some international flights do arrive to Suva, also on the main island. If you are staying in Viti Levu or nearby you are most likely to be picked up by a dive resort representative, so it will be easier to cope with the throngs of people welcoming you with guitars, flowery shirts and offers of taxi rides.
Most flights arrive early in the day, which allows for local flight connections to be made on the day of arrival but please check carefully as, for example, flights from Nadi to Taveuni run only until early afternoon.
There are flights from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, as well as several other Pacific destinations. North American flights are from Los Angeles and Honolulu. Hong Kong, Singapore, Osaka and Tokyo provide other excellent gateways to Fiji, making the South Pacific more accessible than ever before. The main airlines flying into Fiji include Fiji Airways, Qantas, Air New Zealand, Japan Air and Korean Air.
To protect yourself from unexpected changes to your travel plans, we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive insurance that covers your diving package, travel activities, and trip cancellations. Our insurance program offers competitive rates and valuable coverage for your peace of mind. Get a quote today by visiting our insurance section:
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